Puturu - Peda Bayalu, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Puturu is a village situated in the Peda Bayalu mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 20 km from Peda Bayalu and around 170 km from Visakhapatnam. Laxmipeta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Puturu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Puturu is 583653. The village covers a total geographical area of 108 hectares and falls under the 531040 pincode. Anakapalle is the nearest town, located about 130 km away.
Puturu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Puturu
As per Census 2011, Puturu village has a total population of 178 people, consisting of 95 males and 83 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 63 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 178 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Puturu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 95 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 45 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 50 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Puturu
Puturu is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Puturu
Public transport in the Puturu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Anakapalle to Puturu is about 130 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Puturu is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Puturu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Puturu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Puturu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Puturu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Puturu
Where is Puturu located?
Puturu village is located in Peda Bayalu Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Puturu?
The Gram Panchayat of Puturu is Laxmipeta.
What is the pincode of Puturu?
The pincode of Puturu is 531040.
What is the population of Puturu?
Puturu has a total population of 178, including 95 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Puturu?
There are 48 households in Puturu.
What is the literacy rate in Puturu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Puturu is 35.39%. Male literacy is 47.37% and female literacy is 21.69%.